Opal Dilemma

Martyz · Jul 5, 2020

Ive just finished cutting and polishing this great little boulder opal piece. Its about 2.7ct and it wasnt until it had dried out and I photographed it that I noticed this little hairline crack.
Does it need to be recut to make it crack free or is the stone safe in its current state?

aussiefarmer · Jul 5, 2020

Beautiful opal , I have no idea about opal but looks like you need a windscreen expert to pump it's crack.

pinfire opals · Jul 5, 2020

Needs to be re cut unfortunately it could crack even more as it continues to completely dry. If it was me id be trying to cut a 3 set piece, 2 x earing studs and a pendant piece with the larger bit. You could clear coat the top with a 2k resin of sorts and keep it how it is, will still see the crack but should keep it together.

Martyz · Jul 6, 2020

Righto. Thanks Pinfire. I suspected as much but it breaks my heart to cut it up. Just needed a second opinion. Ive now realised that I have to let the rubs dry out properly before polishing to avoid this kind of disappointment.

boobook · Jul 6, 2020

There is something you can do....PM me for more info.
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